Theme: through "Thou art dust, and unto dust shalt thou return." This quote contemplates the connection between humans and the universe.

Human beings live on earth because of gravity, and gravity exists because of magnetic fields. Every magnetic field has an energy and frequency that belongs to it, including where we appear. Each of us has our own energy, and different states have different energies. Energy is not nothing; on a scientific level, Einstein came up with the theory that energy can be calculated through equations, and Hawking came up with the human energy hierarchy. On the basis of scientific theories, we can prove that energy is real and there are different kinds of energy states. I hope to go for a medium that can visualise the trajectory of energy. Experimenting with visualised energy and the human ego. To test whether it is possible to change the outcome of something indirectly by changing the consciousness of the human being.

Much of his artistic life was devoted to the study of magnetism and the belief that all communication takes place through magnetic fields. This invisible and unseen magnetic energy became his primary material, which he worked into observable materials in different ways. For Takis, science and art were closely related. For he believed that both artists and scientists were looking for answers to universal questions. Takis has been translating this poetic scientific approach into works that sensitively use the forces of nature.

His work has given me a deeper understanding of the medium of "magnetism", and I share the view that it is a wonderful process to visualise the movement of energy through "magnetism".

I have applied the knowledge from this course to complete two presentations this term, where I could tangibly feel my progress. I have greatly benefited from this learning experience, significantly enhancing my digital skills and acquiring valuable knowledge and experience for my future endeavors in both work and study.

This idea inspired me tremendously. I determined the distance between these four sides and designed 16 different patterns. I tried to stitch some of these patterns together and formed the labyrinth route. Based on this, I envisioned that if I could make these patterns in 3D and skeletonize parts of the route, I could get square pieces of a labyrinth and form the labyrinth route in various patchwork forms.

In addition to this, I also combined the magnetic and maze designs. The viewer can change the position of each maze piece at will to move the marble from the beginning to the end. This aligns with the central theme: "People can change their destiny through their consciousness." If a magnetic sheet is attached to the back of each maze piece and a magnetic sheet is attached to the maze disc, the two parts can be magnetically attracted to each other, and the marble can pass through each route smoothly.

Through these simulation experiments, I gained a clearer understanding of what parts are needed for the device, which will be very helpful for the subsequent production of the finished product. These experiments also helped me to identify potential problems, such as the diameter of the marbles, the length of the labyrinth channel, and the overall dimensions of the device, thus ensuring the quality and accuracy of the final product.

Additionally, I updated the instructional poster for the installation game, providing more explicit guidance to participants about what they can expect to experience. The mock-up of the new poster design, using simple dots, lines, and shapes, effectively communicates the conceptual ideas behind my artwork. Overall, this project has been a rewarding journey, and I am grateful for the support and guidance from my mentor and peers, who have enabled me to create a piece of work that I am genuinely proud of.

In delving into the energy and magnetism of the human body, I realized that I was missing an element that could convey the theme of "human destiny" to the viewer. After further research, I came across an artist, Lee Mingwei, whose work "Our Labyrinth" left a deep impression on me. In this work, the dancers used brooms to create different patterns of rice on the floor, exploring themes of trust, intimacy, and self-awareness. As the dancers swept the rice grains with their bodies, the process reminded me of my experiment with magnetic powder, which moved into different patterns. Lee Mingwei skilfully combined these elements and presented them as a labyrinth.

After this brainstorming session, I realized that labyrinths and destiny are similar. The labyrinth symbolizes the choices and twists and turns in life, while destiny is the outcome and experience of these choices and twists and turns. This association made me think more deeply and sparked my interest in labyrinth installations. Through this form, I aim to convey the complexity and diversity of destiny better, as well as the experiences and feelings one has when facing it.

Labyrinth - Human Destiny

The Path of the Ball - Humanity's Chosen Path in Life

The Process of Playing Marble Maze - The Guidance of Human Consciousness

I was inspired by the maze marble game I played as a child, where I shook a wooden board to make the marbles travel through the maze to their destination. "Labyrinth" is a word that I think can symbolize the path of human destiny. "The marbles represent people themselves. There may be obstacles and different paths in the maze, and people can reach various destinations through conscious choices.

"Is it possible for human beings to change their destiny by changing their self-awareness and thus their destiny? I have broken down this complex question into a simple maze game, and I want to answer this question of mine through the process of people playing the maze. Next, I need to go deeper by combining the three elements of magnets, energy, and the maze game.